Forts in Goa : Goa Tourism

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Goa has always been associated with beaches, fun and festivity but true lovers do know that it has a great deal about Forts too. As per the history Forts in Goa were developed by the Portuguese during the ruling period.
The main forts in Goa are:
Aguda Fort in Goa 
A spring within the fort provided water supply to the ships that called there, giving it the name "Aguada" (meaning 'water' in Portuguese). It is situated on the northern side and it serves as a harbor base for local shipping. At present this fort is serving as a Central Jail in Goa.
Aguada fort is one of the most well preserved <a href="http://goaholidaypackages.net.in/" title="Goa holidays">bastions in Goa</a>. It is home to several natural springs, the first source of drinking water available to ships arriving in Goa after the long sea voyage from Lisbon.
Cabo Raj Niwas Or The Cabo Palace in Goa
Cabo Raj Niwas was the official residence of the Governor of Goa. Having a picturesque view of Goa and lying between the Indian ocean in west and Bay of river Mandovi and fort Aguada in the north it is one of the finest features of Goa.
It has a small chapel built at the end of the mansion which is dedicated to the Virgin lady of the cape, Nossa, Senhora do Cabo.
The Cabo Palace is now known as the Raj Bahavan, the official name given to the residence of the Governors of the States in India. It has fine collection of Bohemian chandeliers, silver and Chinese porcelains which makes a visit to this place as mesmerizing as one can feel.
Mormugao Fort in Goa
Marmugao fort is a famous fort in Goa and it is situated near the Marmagoa Harbor, which was built to protect the harbor situated near Vasco da Gama town. It was and important fortress on the western coast. But today only ruins of this one time wonderful fortress stand for the travelers.
Teracol Fort in Goa
Situated in the north of Arambol at the northern most tip of Goa lies the Teracol fort of Goa. Once being a key fort for the Portuguese, it served as a central point to defend Goa from the opposition forces. It now stands as an hotel for the travelers. If not much but one can find a chapel of St. Anthony as views in this fort.
Remains of these forts, serves as a soothing point to refresh ones memories of the Portuguese lifestyle and architecture, and a traveler looking to see Goa in full must visit these forts.About the Author: Author is an associate editor of <a href="http://www.goaholidaypackages.co.in">Goa Holidays</a>. The website offers exclusive information of <a href="http://www.goaholidaypackages.net.in">Goa Tours</a>. We also provide information about online reservation <a href="http://us.makemytrip.com/destination/goa/goa.htm">Hotels in Goa</a>.Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">ArticlesBase.com</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/destinations-articles/forts-in-goa-goa-tourism-484187.html" title="Forts in Goa : Goa Tourism">Forts in Goa : Goa Tourism</a>

Goa has always been associated with beaches, fun and festivity but true lovers do know that it has a great deal about Forts too. As per the history Forts in Goa were developed by the Portuguese during the ruling period.

The main forts in Goa are:

Aguda Fort in Goa

A spring within the fort provided water supply to the ships that called there, giving it the name "Aguada" (meaning 'water' in Portuguese). It is situated on the northern side and it serves as a harbor base for local shipping. At present this fort is serving as a Central Jail in Goa.

Aguada fort is one of the most well preserved bastions in Goa. It is home to several natural springs, the first source of drinking water available to ships arriving in Goa after the long sea voyage from Lisbon.

Cabo Raj Niwas Or The Cabo Palace in Goa

Cabo Raj Niwas was the official residence of the Governor of Goa. Having a picturesque view of Goa and lying between the Indian ocean in west and Bay of river Mandovi and fort Aguada in the north it is one of the finest features of Goa.

It has a small chapel built at the end of the mansion which is dedicated to the Virgin lady of the cape, Nossa, Senhora do Cabo.

The Cabo Palace is now known as the Raj Bahavan, the official name given to the residence of the Governors of the States in India. It has fine collection of Bohemian chandeliers, silver and Chinese porcelains which makes a visit to this place as mesmerizing as one can feel.

Mormugao Fort in Goa

Marmugao fort is a famous fort in Goa and it is situated near the Marmagoa Harbor, which was built to protect the harbor situated near Vasco da Gama town. It was and important fortress on the western coast. But today only ruins of this one time wonderful fortress stand for the travelers.

Teracol Fort in Goa

Situated in the north of Arambol at the northern most tip of Goa lies the Teracol fort of Goa. Once being a key fort for the Portuguese, it served as a central point to defend Goa from the opposition forces. It now stands as an hotel for the travelers. If not much but one can find a chapel of St. Anthony as views in this fort.

Remains of these forts, serves as a soothing point to refresh ones memories of the Portuguese lifestyle and architecture, and a traveler looking to see Goa in full must visit these forts.

Author is an associate editor of Goa Holidays. The website offers exclusive information of Goa Tours. We also provide information about online reservation Hotels in Goa.

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